It comes after a number of crashes on the windy stretch of the A542 in recent years, which has a steep drop into a valley on one side.

But Llangollen county councillor Stuart Davies believes cutting the speed limit on the Pass is “unrealistic”.

The Horseshoe Pass in winter

Others are backing the proposal, believing it could cut down on the number of deaths or accidents, as a consultation is set to get underway.

Another suggestion is putting speed cameras on the pass or displaying the number of accidents and fatalities to make drivers and bikers aware of the dangers of driving too fast there.

Cllr Davies said: “There are people who are pushing for a 40mph speed limit, but I was always told by highways that it was pointless to put in an unrealistic speed limit which will just be ignored.

“It is better to enforce the existing laws properly, and I have had representations from the chair of the chamber of commerce, town councillors and members of the public to that effect.

“This is a blunt instrument that Denbighshire will have to pick up the cost for extra 40mph signage at 200 metre intervals which will have an impact on an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.”

Responding on Facebook, Gary Simpson of Wrexham said: “There are aggressive bikers and car drivers at weekends on these roads. A speed limit will not really help as let’s be honest, it never is properly enforced outside of the cash cow Go Safe sites.”

Kenneth Pritchard, also from Wrexham, said: “Bersham has been a 30mph zone for 12 months now and I think the majority of drivers either don't know or don't care.”

Jas Lewis, from Coedpoeth, said: “I agree with reducing the limit to 40mph, too many lives, many young, lost over the years. With the scenery so spectacular, why would you want to speed here? And I'm a biker too.”

A Denbighshire Council spokesman said: “The speed limit on this stretch of road has been reviewed in conjunction with the police, and the recommendation is that it should be reduced from 60mph to 40mph. The statutory consultation process that accompanies the changing of a speed limit will commence shortly and during this period the public will have the opportunity to comment.”